Strategic Sourcing Engineer

Intralox • Baltimore, MD

72d • $57,400 - $163,800 • Hybrid

About The Position

Intralox, L.L.C., a division of Laitram, L.L.C., and a global provider of conveyance solutions and services, has a position available for a Strategic Sourcing Engineer at our Hanover, MD location. In this role the qualified individual will be a part of the Intralox Baltimore Supply Chain Team in a hybrid role of technical and supply chain expert. The SCM utilizes category expertise and technical aptitude to interface engineering, R&D, project and product management teams to assist and guide in the development of optimized solutions. SCMs also rely on industry knowledge and commercial skills to deliver efficient supply chain solutions. Technical aptitude, effective communication, teamwork, and a desire to learn are critical to this role. Together, our 3,000+ global employees are reliable problem solvers, continuously developing and directly delivering solutions that have driven our customers' growth worldwide for more than 45 years. We consistently and sustainably work together to create long-term value by continuously improving products, services, and processes for our customers. Our award-winning customer service team provides comprehensive support and access to technical experts to deliver fast, reliable solutions. Intralox was founded upon the principle of doing the right thing, by treating customers, employees, and suppliers with honesty, fairness, and respect. We aim as a company to practice these principles every day, which is why we have been consistently recognized for innovation and workplace excellence. We listen objectively, think creatively, and deliver results. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering
• 5+ years' experience in industry relevant engineering, industry relevant technical sales, supplier management, or supplier development
• High technical aptitude with demonstrated ability to read/interpret mechanical & electrical drawings
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills-able to influence at all organization levels
• Proven leadership, planning and team-building skills
• Ability to prepare and give impactful presentations
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Willing/able to travel domestically ~30%

Nice To Haves

• Industry experience in Material Handling/Conveyor/Automation
• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) System familiarity
• A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business management, or related field

Responsibilities

• Ensure new product development supplier specifications conform with Intralox Category Management Principles
• Lead supplier qualification and onboarding from RFQ through production release
• Diagnose and resolve supplier delivery and technical issues using root-cause/problem-solving techniques
• Develop and execute supplier improvement plans (cost, lead time, capacity)
• Manage vendor relationships: performance reviews, capability development, and contract/expectation alignment
• Coordinate cross-functional supplier tasks (purchasing, engineering, installation, operations)
• Build strategic, long-term supplier partnerships that create mutual growth opportunities and support customer acquisition

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K
• Flexible spending account
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long term care
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees